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Who is Dr. Defour, Hospitalist in Fairhope, AL?
Dr. Fulton Defour, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Fairhope, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Defour graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Dc Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Defour is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defour’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defour’s office at (251) 435-7289.
Where did Dr. Defour go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Dc Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Saint Elizabeths Hospital-DC Department of Behavioral Health Program
Medical School: University Of West Indies- Fac Med Sci- Kingston- Jamaica | Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica) | University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Defour board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Fulton Defour, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Defour speak?
Dr. Defour and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Defour typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Defour diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Defour. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Postural Hypotension
- Dizziness on Standing
- Drop in Blood Pressure When Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I951: Orthostatic hypotension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Defour typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Fulton Defour may include:
Please contact Dr. Defour's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Defour accept my insurance?
Dr. Defour accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 435-7289 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Defour accept in Fairhope, AL?
Dr. Defour in Fairhope, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
H & R Block
Humana
Independent Health Association
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Defour's office located?
What is Dr. Defour's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Defour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356326367.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defour?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Defour
What is Dr. Fulton Defour's specialty?
Dr. Defour is a Hospitalist near Fairhope, AL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Fulton Defour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Defour is affiliated with Usa Health University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Fulton Defour accepting new patients in Fairhope, AL?
Yes, Dr. Fulton Defour is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fulton Defour offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Defour's office at (251) 435-7289 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fulton Defour?
Please contact Dr. Defour's office at (251) 435-7289 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fulton Defour have?
Dr. Fulton Defour is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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